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Ancient History UPSC PYQ 2013

2 questions from the UPSC 2013 examination.

2 questions

1Mediumprelims2 marks
Indus Valley Civilization

Which of the following characterizes/characterize the people of Indus Civilization? 1. They possessed great palaces and temples. 2. They worshipped both male and female deities. 3. They employed horse-drawn chariots in warfare. Select the correct statement/statements using the codes given below.

A1 and 2 only
B2 only
C1, 2 and 3
DNone of the statements given above is correct
2Mediumprelims2 marks
Foreign Travellers & Accounts

The Chinese traveller Yuan Chwang (Hiuen Tsang) who visited India recorded the general conditions and culture of India at that time. In this context, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The roads and river-routes were completely immune from robbery. 2. As regards punishment for offences, ordeals by fire, water and poison were the instruments for determining the innocence or guilt of a person. 3. The tradesmen had to pay duties at ferries and barrier stations. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

A1 only
B2 and 3 only
C1 and 3 only
D1, 2 and 3
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